1974 AMC Matador vs. 2001 BMW 530
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 530. (411 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 530. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2001 BMW 530 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Matador | 530 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
